GOOKIES KITCHEN in Laurelton
⚠️ This facility has been closed 2 times by the NYC Health Department
Latest: GRADE Z
Last inspected May 12, 2026
📍 234-20 MERRICK BOULEVARD, Queens, NY 11422 ·
🍽️ Chinese
Overview
Gookies Kitchen in Laurelton, Queens has been closed by NYC DOHMH inspectors 2 times since 2023. The restaurant currently holds a Grade Z following a score of 3 points on its most recent inspection. Of 5 inspections on record, it has received Grade A once, with the majority resulting in closure orders.
6
Inspections on Record
Grade Z
Current Grade
2
Closures
1
Grade A Inspection
GOOKIES KITCHEN in Laurelton: Emergency Closures (2)
GOOKIES KITCHEN in Laurelton: Full Inspection History (6 records)
May 12, 2026
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 30
Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material, not kept clean, or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessibility for cleaning on all sides, above and underneath the unit.
Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
After cooking or removal from hot ho...
GRADE Z
Aug 4, 2025
— Cycle Inspection / Reopening Inspection
Score: 3
Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material, not kept clean, or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessibility for cleaning on all sides, above and underneath the unit.
Violations:
10F
🚫 CLOSURE
Jul 29, 2025
— Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 47
Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with HACCP plan.
Cold TCS food item held above 41 °F; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °F; intact raw eggs held above 45 °F; or reduced oxygen packaged (ROP) TCS foods held above re...
🚫 CLOSURE
Jul 29, 2025
— Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 47
Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with HACCP plan.
Violations:
04H
Feb 26, 2025
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 25
Cold TCS food item held above 41 °F; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °F; intact raw eggs held above 45 °F; or reduced oxygen packaged (ROP) TCS foods held above required temperatures except during active necessary preparation.
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-fo...
GRADE A
Sep 1, 2023
— Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Score: 11
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (FRSA) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food...
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GOOKIES KITCHEN in Laurelton: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was GOOKIES KITCHEN last inspected?
- GOOKIES KITCHEN was last inspected on May 12, 2026 (Grade Z). The inspection score was 30 points.
- What is GOOKIES KITCHEN's current health grade?
- GOOKIES KITCHEN currently holds a Grade Z.
- How many times has GOOKIES KITCHEN been closed by NYC Health?
- GOOKIES KITCHEN has been closed by NYC Health Department inspectors 2 times. Emergency closures occur when inspectors find conditions that pose an immediate public health hazard.
- How many health inspections has GOOKIES KITCHEN had?
- GOOKIES KITCHEN has 6 health inspections on record from September 2023 through May 2026. The restaurant received Grade A on 1 occasion.
- What was the worst inspection score at GOOKIES KITCHEN?
- The worst inspection score recorded at GOOKIES KITCHEN was 47 points on July 29, 2025. In NYC, a score of 14 or above means Grade B, and 28+ means Grade C.